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July – September 2013

HMAS Parramatta march to celebrate centenaryAs part of the celebrations for the 100th anniversary of the first entry of the Royal Australian Navy into Sydney in 1913, a Freedom of Entry parade will be held along the streets of Parramatta on 8 October 2013.

The Commanding Officer and crew of HMAS Parramatta IV will exercise their right to freedom of entry to Parramatta by marching through the City with full ceremonial pomp.

Traditionally, a Freedom of Entry parade is the highest honour a city can bestow upon a naval ship, to demonstrate the confidence, trust and friendship that exists between the city’s people and the ship.

Parramatta shares a long and proud relationship with four HMAS Parramatta vessels. HMAS Parramatta I was the first ship launched for the Royal Australian Navy in 1910 and was present at the first entry into Sydney in 1913. Today, the stern of HMAS Parramatta I is a memorial, located on the south bank of the Parramatta River.Image left: Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid and Commander Simon Cannell, RAN Commanding Officer HMAS Parramatta.

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Lord Mayor’s Message

It is an exciting time to be in Parramatta.

In April, the NSW Government identified Parramatta as Sydney’s Premier Regional City – citing numerous opportunities for our City to support the growth of the State.

To sustain the projected growth of the region, I have announced a range of exciting projects. A proposed new light rail network will connect Parramatta’s key precincts and strategic surrounding suburbs such as Castle Hill and Macquarie Park. The network will help ease congestion and pressure points well into the future.

Council has also submitted a Development Application to build the Aspire Tower at 160 Church Street. At 90 storeys high, this iconic tower will not only put Parramatta on the map, but also go some way to setting the tone of the Parramatta Square Development.

Our soon to be launched free municipal wi-fi will provide internet services on the streets of the CBD. Our partnership with local internet provider W3 Networks supports Parramatta’s mission as a Smart City, and the service is set to be Australia’s fastest!

There is an exciting future ahead for our City.

Councillor John Chedid Lord Mayor of Parramatta

@angelarose Yesterday’s @parracity Street Parade was a great success #gowanderers #aleague

We sing for Wanderers!

Wanderers fans were out in force as part of Council’s street parade and family fun day in honour of the 2013 Premier’s Plate winners.

After the team’s open-top bus led supporters down Church Street to Prince Alfred Park, the Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid, presented the Wanderers with the Key to the City.

The Wanderers well and truly exceeded all expectations by making it to the Grand Final in their first season of competition. The Wanderers have proven to be true ambassadors for Parramatta and have done our City and the region proud. Image above: Deputy Lord Mayor, Cr Steven Issa; Wanderers Coach, Tony Popovic and the Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid at the Wanderers Street Parade, Prince Alfred Park.

Do you own a pool? Did you know that new State Government rules came into effect on 29 April 2013?

All pool owners must now register their pool on a new state-wide online register by 29 October 2013 to avoid penalties of $220. Register your pool at www.swimmingpoolregister.nsw.gov.au.

Please also note that a valid swimming pool compliance certificate is now required before selling or leasing a property with a swimming pool.

To find out more visit dlg.nsw.gov.au and select backyard swimming pools.

New rules for pools

Council has released a vision for a future light rail network in Western Sydney. The artist’s impressions for a $1.7 billion network were launched at the State of the City Address on 10 May.

Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid said the light rail network would be 24-kilometres long with up to 25

stations along its route. The Castle Hill line will cost about $800 million to construct and the Macquarie Park line about $900 million.

“The first stage would link Parramatta to Macquarie Park via Eastwood and another line connecting Parramatta to Castle Hill. From here, the network would

grow and evolve to meet the future economic and social needs of the region,” Cr Chedid said.

“Most importantly, the first stage would service more than 5000 passengers per corridor during peak hour periods.”Image above: Artist’s impression of the light rail through Church Street.

Council will soon offer free outdoor wi-fi along Church Street, from Riverside Theatres to Westfield, the City’s libraries and parts of Macquarie Street.

Hosted by local internet service provider, W3 Networks, residents and visitors can access free wi-fi for up to 30-minutes each day, at speeds of up to 100Mbps. Beyond the time

limit, users can sign up to W3 for continuous access.

Free wi-fi is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be accessed with any wi-fi enabled device including smartphones, tablets and laptops.

To find out more visit parracity.nsw.gov.au

Free public wi-fi coming soon

Light rail to service 5000 passengers per hour

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Laneways back againGreat food and cultural experiences in Parramatta’s hidden lanes are on offer from 17-18 and 24-25 October 2013.

Parramatta Lanes will be bigger and better this year, with more hidden and forgotten spaces across the City being brought to life with food, art and music.

Reflecting Council’s commitment to improving the ambiance of the CBD; residents, workers and visitors will enjoy Parramatta Lanes at the end of the working day.

Council has launched a boxing program and corporate soccer competition as part of the Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid’s Healthy Generations Initiative.

Cr Chedid said: “Council is focused on the health and fitness needs of our workers, which is why we’ve organised a range of activities to fit their busy schedules, usually during the morning and lunchtime period.

“These activities are also great team building excercises, with the added benefit that physical

activity can improve people’s performance at work.”

The boxing session is run in partnership with Rush Hour and the corporate soccer competition, in partnership with Anderson Events.

Coming up: Corporate Table Tennis Challenge5pm–7pm, Wednesday 10 July 2013, Town HallImage above: Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid with Rush Hour Trainer, Ray Younis.

Healthy Generations fighting fitOur very own winter festival, Winterlight returns for 18 days of fun from 27 June-14 July.

Transforming Church Street Mall into a magically-lit winter wonderland, the event will feature a giant outdoor ice rink, professional ice skating performances, roving entertainment, food stalls and workshops for children. Ice shows and a DJ will feature on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

The ice rink will operate seven days a week, 10am–9pm Sunday to Thursdays and 10am–10pm

Fridays and Saturdays. Children’s workshops are on every day from 10am to 4pm.

Ice skating ticket prices (45 minute sessions):

Children under 5 years: $10; Child 5 -13 years: $15; Adult 14 years and older: $20; Family Special $55; Penguin Hire: $7.

For more information visit discoverparramatta.com/ winterlight

Get your skates on for Winterlight

Council’s CCTV cameras recently helped police successfully identify a local graffiti vandal.

The vandal – who uses the tag ‘SUEK’ – was captured on camera targeting the water fountain in Church Street Mall.

Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid, underlined the importance of working with local police to reduce crime.

“In 2010 I introduced the Safer City Initiative, which saw the installation of CCTV in the Mall. I’m pleased the cameras are helping local police identify serial offenders, and deterring anti-social behaviour,” said Cr Chedid.

The Lord Mayor recently hosted the Deputy Police Commissioner, Nick Kaldas and local business people to discuss crime and anti-social behaviour in Church Street Mall.Image above: Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid meets with NSW Police, and local businesses to discuss crime in Church St Mall.

Round table on crime

Council invites all artists to apply for space at Parramatta Artists Studios, a vibrant centre of arts located in Parramatta’s CBD. It includes 14 studio spaces where artists can explore ideas and make new work that adds to the wider arts and cultural offerings in Parramatta. Studios range in size from 15 to 35 sqm at affordable rent. The Studios also have a residency program for interstate and international artists.

Applications for studios open in July 2013 for studio tenancies in 2014. For more information or an application form, contact Parramatta Artists Studios on 9687 6090 or studios@parracity.nsw.gov.au. Image left: Artist Kath Fries in her studio at Parramatta Artists Studios, 2012. Photo Alex Wisser.

Calling all artists

Initiative of the Lord Mayor of Parramatta Cr John Chedid

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Here’s a snapshot of the works recently completed by Council in your Ward.

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• Parramatta CBD: footpath upgrades to Macquarie, George, Hunter, Phillip and Marsden streets.

• Westmead Town Centre: streetscape improvements and pavement treatment.

• Darcy Street: painting of building facades, awning treatment and signage.

• River Foreshore: new playground with climbing wall, large slide, jungle rope and sandpit.

• O’Connell Street: new shared bike path between Grose and Fennell Streets.

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• Winston Hills: banner poles, landscaping and an update to the existing ‘Welcome to Parramatta’ signage at the corner of Old Windsor Road and Gibbon Road.

• John Berger Reserve: installation of modern play equipment, soft fall, landscaping and park furniture.

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• Rydalmere: installation of prominent signage, banner poles, 10m-tall mature hoop pines, irrigation and solar lighting at Rydalmere Rail Bridge on

Victoria Road.

• Wigram Street: pavement, landscaping, drainage works and laneway works in Harris Park.

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• Excelsior and Constance Streets: upgrade to footpath, drainage and landscaping.

• Louis Street: Roundabout construction at the intersection of Excelsior Street.

• Collins Lane: kerb, gutter and drainage works.

• Horlyck Reserve: 35-space sealed carpark installed near Byrnes Street.

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• Bridge and Rawson Streets: pavement and levelling of footpath areas.

Upgrades in your area

Hunter Street

Rydalmere Trees

@felicitycastagn Why leave home when you can go to an excellent @SydWritersFest event in @parracity

John Berger Reserve

Wigram Street What might Parramatta be like in 2038?

Following public exhibition, Council has endorsed two important plans that will shape the future of Parramatta - Parramatta 2038 and Council’s Corporate Plan.

Parramatta 2038 is a Community Strategic Plan for the whole local government area and includes a vision of what it could be like to live, work and visit Parramatta in 2038. The Plan looks at the challenges and opportunities we face and provides a road map for the future.

Supporting Parramatta 2038 is Council’s Corporate Plan 2013/14 – 2016/17, which outlines Council’s priorities for the next four years.

Parramatta 2038 and the Corporate Plan can be viewed on Council’s website parracity.nsw.gov.au

Harris Park gets street revamp

A revitalised Parramatta Farmers’ Market will soon begin trading in Church Street Mall, offering high quality, authentic and locally grown produce, sold directly from growers and artisan food producers.

Reflecting the cultural diversity of the region, a wide range of produce will be sold, including meat, poultry and game, fruit and vegetables, herbs, nuts and spices, dairy foods, baked goods, honey, jams and preserves, tea and coffee, pasta, confectionary, plants and flowers.

Council is seeking expressions of interest from local and regional NSW food producers interested in setting up stalls. For more information visit parracity.nsw.gov.au/farmersmarket

Local growers corner the market

Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Cr John Chedid, unveiled the $700,000 makeover to Wigram Street, Harris Park on 25 May 2013.

The upgrade to improve pedestrian safety and public amenity included the planting of new trees, installing new paving, street signage and street furniture between Marion and Ada Streets.

This is part of Council’s Better Neighbourhood Program, which aims to deliver attractive and viable neighbourhood centres that provide a sense of local identity.

Celebrating heritageThe traditional owners of Parramatta, the Darug People are holding a special celebratory event at Prince Alfred Park for NAIDOC Week 10am-4pm, Sunday 14 July.

Come along to engage with and appreciate Parramatta’s Aboriginal culture.

Everyone is invited to this free event featuring kids’ amusements, some of Australia’s best musicians, free workshops and bush tucker.

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Popular children’s entertainers, the Hooley Dooleys will be at Dundas Library from 10am to 12pm on Thursday, 30 July to take part in Council’s Paint Parra Read.

Paint Parra Read is a series of reading days, aimed at nurturing a love of reading among youngsters aged 0 to 5. Along with reading, singing and playing, kids can meet Readsee, the Readasaurus. Families are encouraged to wear red to Paint Parra Read events.

There will be a Paint Parra Read event at Granville Library on Friday, 16 August from 10.30am to 12pm.

To book for the Dundas Library event, call 9638 1146. No bookings required for the event at Granville Library.

Image above: Local firemen taking part in Paint Parra Read.

People in Western Sydney with a disability are invited to prepare a submission for the newest short film competition in Sydney, AbleFest, which promotes positive perceptions and the rights of people with disabilities.

Organised by Parramatta City Council, AbleFest focuses on films made by people with disabilities and stars people with disabilities. Films can be in any genre, but they need to be no longer than five minutes and must incorporate subtitles.

Entries for AbleFest close at 4pm, Thursday 19 September 2013. For more information visit parracity.nsw.gov.au/able_fest or contact Tanya Owen on 9806 5599.

Council now has a free, early childhood program aimed at developing physical and gross-motor skills in young children aged 18 months to four years.

Part of the Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid’s Healthy Generations Initiative, Move, Play & Learn is held every Tuesday during the school term at Parramatta Town Hall.

Sessions include yoga, song and dance activities and other gross-motor skill development and movement activities.

For more information, contact the Recreation Programs and Services team on 9806 5130. Image above: Lord Mayor, Cr John Chedid with kids at Move, Play & Learn.

The beauty of Parramatta’s natural surroundings will be explored at an upcoming series of Bushland Walks & Talks.

The free events have been organised following the success of the initial series this summer. They were so popular Council has doubled the number of events this series to meet demand.

bushland Program 2013July Environment Rangers school holiday activity Location: Quarry Branch Creek Date: Tuesday, 2 July

August Discover Duck River Bushwalk Location: Duck River Bushland Date: Saturday, 10 August

SeptemberWildlife Photography Workshop Location: TBC Date: Saturday, 7 September

OctoberNight Nature Walk Location: Lake Parramatta Reserve Date: Tuesday, 1 October

For more information and to register, visit pcc-bushcare.eventbrite.com or call 9806 5722

Walks and talks

Ability features in new film competition

@lucy_chad Would like to thank @parracity for collecting our recycle bins on time. Please continue the good work.

Marking 25 years on the greenNow in its 25th year, the Junior Golf Pro Am will take place at Woodville Golf Course on Tuesday, 24 September 2013.

As the only Junior Golf Pro Am event in NSW/ACT, this major event offers young local golfers the opportunity to play alongside 50 golfing professionals over 18 picturesque holes.

Over 1,300 junior golfers have played their first tournament alongside professional golfers at this event.

For more information, contact Jason Kaye Smith at Woodville Golf Course on 9632 3582.Image above: Winners of the 2012 Junior Pro Am tournament.

AbleFest Short Film Competition

Dundas and Granville Paint Parra Read

New program helps kids adopt healthy habits

Council’s Bushcare Volunteer Program is looking for new recruits to join the fight to protect our precious flora and fauna.

Volunteers care for our remnant bushland and are involved in restoration, revegetation, green and wildlife corridor enhancement and training.

Try out being a Bushcare volunteer by attending a group workday, meeting your neighbours, pulling some weeds and sharing a cuppa.

To find a group near you, visit parracity.nsw.gov.au/live/my_environment/bushland/volunteer, email bushcare@parracity.nsw.gov.au, or call 9806 5722

Bushcare Volunteer Program

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Experiment Farm cottage, one of the Australia’s oldest standing properties, is on the site of the nation’s first land grant.

In November 1789, Governor Phillip gave convict James Ruse the 30-acre site as an experiment on how long it would take a man to support himself and his family.

Ruse sold his farm to Surgeon John Harris, for 40 pounds in October 1793. Harris built

Experiment Farm Cottage around 1798.

Opening times

Wednesday to Sunday: 10.30am-3.30pm(Last tour at 3pm).

Monday and Tuesday: Available for group bookings.

For more Parramatta history flashbacks visit Council’s Facebook page facebook.com/parramattacitycouncil

History Flashback: Experiment Farm Cottage

SWIMMING POOLSParramatta War memorial Swimming Pool O’Connell Street, Parramatta Tel: 9630 3669 Granville Swimming Centre Enid Avenue, Granville Tel: 9637 1593

LIBRARIESParramatta City library Address: Civic Place, Parramatta Tel: 9806 5159

Dundas valley branch library Address: Sturt Street, Telopea Tel: 9638 1146

Council Services

Ermington branch library Address: River Road, Ermington Tel: 9638 2270

Granville branch library Address: 8 Carlton Street, Granville Tel: 9637 4270

Guildford branch library Address: Railway Terrace, Guildford Tel: 9632 6744

Constitution Hill branch library Address: 20 Hollis Street, Constitution Hill Tel: 9896 2201

THE PARRAMATTA HERITAGE & VISITORS CENTRE Address: 346A Church Street, Parramatta(opposite Riverside Theatres)Tel: 8839 3300Fax: 9683 5608 mEAlS on WHEElSShop 3, 10 Hunter Street, ParramattaTel: 9635 5293

CounCil’S WASTE HoTlinE Tel: 9806 5544

PArrAmATTA CiTY CounCil30 Darcy Street Parramatta NSW 2150PO Box 32, Parramatta NSW 2124

Telephone: (02) 9806 5050Facsimile: (02) 9806 5917

Email: council@parracity.nsw.gov.auWebsite: parracity.nsw.gov.au

THE lorD mAYor’S WEbSiTEparracity.nsw.gov.au/lordmayor

HAirSPrAY 26 July–10 August

It’s 1962, the ’50s are out and change is in the air. Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad is a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, who has only one passion – to dance. Starring the legendary Jon English.

leading lady - An intimatePerformance with marina Prior 31 August

Celebrate Riverside’s 25th Year Anniversary with Australia’s best loved

musical theatre star - Marina Prior. Leading Lady will take you on a journey ranging from Marina’s busking days through to her favourite theatrical songs from shows such as The Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables. Tickets include pre-show drinks and refreshments.

The Wharf revue 11 September–14 September

Sydney Theatre Company’s popular political satirical comedy show, The Wharf Revue, returns to Riverside after three sold out seasons. What better way to spend Election Night?

SPoT on Family Fun Days 21 September–27 September 2013

Keep the kids entertained throughout the September school holidays starting on Saturday afternoon with Dinosaur puppets from Erth Petting Zoo. A concert from popular pre-school entertainer, Justine Clarke, hilarious comedians, The List Operators, a play from the popular children’s book, Emily Eyefinger, and a free indoor playground will keep them occupied throughout the week.

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Garbage truck a moving artwork

A Parramatta East Public School student will soon see her artwork on the side of a City garbage truck after winning a Council competition.

Sanjam Dhillon, has been announced as winner of the 2013 Garbage Truck Art Competition, after her design was picked from more than 65 entries.

Miss Dhillon’s artwork is the fourth to grace one of the vehicles.

Look out for details of next year’s competition for your chance to see your work on the side of the one of the City’s garbage trucks.

Another reason to clear the garageThousands of garage doors across Sydney are expected to open for this year’s Garage Sale Trail on 26 October. Council is calling on local residents, schools, community groups, makers and creators, businesses and other organisations to get involved.

Garage Sale Trail is a free community-driven event in which thousands of garage sales take place on the same day nationwide. This event is a great way to fundraise for a cause, de-clutter, bring people together, and have a bit of fun.

To sign up, visit garagesaletrail.com.au

Seniors can build the knowledge, strength and confidence required to remain independent at home thanks to the new community program, Stepping On.

Stepping On provides seniors with information on how to reduce their risk of falling and sustaining an injury, maximising their independence at home.

Topics covered include reducing hazards in the home, safe footwear, vision and nutrition and medication management.

For more information and to book, contact Home Support and Community Services on 9806 5119 or 9806 5121.

Seniors can step out with confidence

Contact your CouncillorsThe Councillors’ Support Officer (phone 9806 5066) can put you in touch with the Councillors that represent your Ward. Alternatively you can contact them directly on the following numbers.

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Cr Andrew WilsonMob: 0414 190 205(IND)

Cr Julia FinnMob: 0414 190 202(ALP)

Cr Bakous MakariMob: 0428 024 484(LIB)

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Cr Bob DwyerMob: 0428 024 997(LIB)

Cr Scott LloydMob: 0414 730 254(LIB)

Cr Shahadat ChowdhuryMob: 0469 441 272 (ALP)

Cr Paul GarrardMob: 0414 504 504(IND)

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Cr Glenn ElmoreMob: 0408 605 451(ALP)

Cr Steven IssaThe Deputy Lord MayorMob: 0416 100 223(LIB)

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Cr James ShawMob: 0428 020 053(ALP)

Cr John ChedidThe Lord MayorMob: 0431 506 055(LIB)

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Cr Pierre EsberMob: 0414 190 204(ALP)

Cr Lorraine WearneMob: 0416 035 817(IND)

Cr Jean Pierre AboodMob: 0428 020 851(LIB)

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National Relay Service (NRS)Telephone: 133 677

Hearing impaired and deaf people may call Parramatta City Council through the NRS, using modem or textphone by dialling 133 677 and quoting customer service number (02) 9806 5050.

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